TALLAHASSEE, Fla. -- The Florida Sheriff's Association wrapped up Operation Dry Spring on Sunday, which was aimed at protecting youths in Florida from purchasing alcohol, tobacco and other various substances.

With more than 5,000 arrests made in 37 counties during the five-week operation the FSA is touting it as success. The timing of the operation coincided with the Spring Break season. It began on March 4 and concluded on April 7.

"The Florida Sheriffs Task Force was able to conduct 4,173 business checks to ensure the sale of alcohol, tobacco and synthetic drugs to underage youth is not taking place at local businesses," said Susan Benton, the FSA president and Highlands County Sheriff. "Cutting off the supply chain of these substances to our youth is extremely important in keeping them safe from the dangers of drugs and alcohol."